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Puerto Vallarta sits on Banderas Bay on Mexico’s Pacific coast, giving it a tropical wet-and-dry climate with distinct rainy and dry seasons. The live forecast above shows current conditions for this popular Jalisco resort city.
What is the typical weather pattern year round?
Puerto Vallarta weather year round breaks into two main seasons. The dry season runs from November through May, bringing clear skies, low humidity and daytime highs near 30°C. The wet season lasts June through October, with afternoon showers, higher humidity and overnight lows around 24°C.
For travellers checking puerto vallarta weather by month, November marks the start of the dry, comfortable season. Puerto vallarta weather november offers warm afternoons near 29°C and much less rain. Puerto vallarta weather december and puerto vallarta weather january bring slightly cooler evenings, averaging 18°C overnight, making them the coolest months of the year.
What do extended forecasts look like for planning?
For trip planning, puerto vallarta weather 14 days and weather in puerto vallarta 10 days from the live forecast above give a reliable short-term picture. Longer look-aheads like puerto vallarta weather 21 day forecast are less dependable but can indicate general trends—dry weather is nearly guaranteed from late November through April, while May can bring the first showers of the wet season.
Does Puerto Vallarta get hurricanes?
The official Pacific hurricane season runs May 15 through November 30, but direct hits are rare. The bay’s geography offers some protection. Most storms pass offshore or dissipate before landfall. Check our Weather Warning page for updates during rainy season.
Is it humid in Puerto Vallarta?
Humidity climbs sharply in the wet season (June–October), often above 80% after rain. During the dry season from November to May, humidity drops to a comfortable 50–65%, especially in the mornings.
What is the best month for sunny weather?
December through March offer the most reliable sunshine with low humidity and daytime highs around 28–30°C. January is the coolest month, making it ideal for outdoor activities like hiking or whale watching.
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For conditions in other popular Canadian travel destinations, see our Cancun Mexico Weather page or the Aruba Weather guide. Return to our Canada weather hub for domestic forecasts.